Demolition and site work for a municipal facility in Newton, Kansas. Completed plans call for the demolition of a municipal facility; and for site work for a municipal facility.

https://www.bizjournals.com/wichita/news/2025/09/05/newton-demolish-former-dillons-main-st.html Here’s a recent image of the aging former Dillon’s building at 320 North Main Street in Newton, which the city is preparing to demolish this fall. Key Updates on the Demolition of the Former Dillon’s Building Demolition Awarded & Timeline At the August 26, 2025 Newton City Commission meeting, the city awarded the demolition contract for the old Dillon’s building to Dondlinger Construction, with work slated to begin mid-October. Environmental Cleanup Partnership The commission also approved a cost-sharing agreement with BNSF Railway to address longtime soil contamination on the site. The contamination stems from a historical fuel spill from the adjacent railyard, and under state and federal regulations, cleanup must occur before redevelopment can proceed. Background & Future Plans Initially acquired with the intent to build a new police station, the Dillon’s property was ultimately deemed too costly for that purpose. Instead, the city opted to renovate the existing Law Enforcement Center. Since then, plans pivoted toward demolition, cleanup, and issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to attract commercial redevelopment—such as retail, dining, or entertainment venues. Summary Table Aspect Details Location 320 N. Main Street, Newton, KS (former Dillon's grocery store) Demolition Timeline Begins mid-October 2025, through Dondlinger Construction Cost Share Partner Cleanup agreement in place with BNSF Railway for soil contamination Next Steps RFP to be issued for redevelopment—targeting commercial uses once cleaned up Let me know if you'd like details on the redevelopment proposals, nearby business opportunities, or how this fits into Newton’s broader downtown revitalization efforts. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Building Demolition The Owner reserves the right to waive any informalities or to reject any or all bids. No Bidder may withdraw his bid within 60 days after the actual date of the opening thereof.